Associate Plant Manager Job Summary We are seeking an Associate Plant Manager to support the overall management and day-to-day operations of an industrial, mining, aggregate, or manufacturing facility. This position will work closely with the Plant Manager and operations leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong operational skills who is looking to grow into a Plant Manager role. This position will have responsibility for production, employees, equipment, safety, maintenance, and continuous improvement while gaining broader experience in facility management. Key Responsibilities
Support the Plant Manager in overseeing daily plant operations and production activities.
Assist with managing production, maintenance, equipment, material handling, and other operational functions.
Help ensure production goals, quality standards, and cost objectives are consistently achieved.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and applicable regulations.
Coordinate and supervise employees across one or multiple shifts.
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and direction to production and operations personnel.
Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
Assist with scheduling, staffing, production planning, and operational priorities.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and operating costs.
Assist with environmental compliance and regulatory requirements.
Work with contractors, vendors, and other outside service providers as needed.
Maintain accurate operational records and communicate production and performance information to management.
Help implement continuous improvement initiatives and standard operating procedures.
Step in for the Plant Manager when needed and assume increasing operational responsibility over time.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3+ years of experience in plant operations, manufacturing, mining, aggregate, industrial production, or a related environment.
Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
Strong understanding of industrial production processes, equipment, and maintenance.
Working knowledge of workplace safety requirements and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Ability to lead and motivate employees in a hands-on operational environment.
Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Willingness to work flexible hours and support multiple shifts as needed.
Demonstrated interest in developing toward a Plant Manager or senior operations leadership position.
Numbers & Facts
Location
TX
Skills
Business Operationsunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Environmental Complianceunmatched
Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
Facilities Managementunmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Manufacturing Equipment Maintenanceunmatched
Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Operational Communicationsunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Operations Planningunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Production Costingunmatched
Production Managementunmatched
Production Planningunmatched
Production Systemsunmatched
Productivity Managementunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Staff Motivationunmatched
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
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